Who Can Vote?
Any citizen is considered to be an elector and is eligible to vote, if they meet the following:
- 18 years or older
- A Canadian citizen
- A resident of Alberta
To vote, you must be on the voters list. This list contains the names and addresses of registered voters. It is used to administer elections and to make sure you get a voter information card in the mail when an election is called. The voter information card will tell you when and where to vote.
Three levels of government mean there are three different types of elections and each level of government has its own voters list. To learn how to register to vote :
– in a federal election, contact Elections Canada.
– in a provincial election contact Elections Alberta, or visit the online registration website at Voterlink – Home
– in a municipal election in Alberta, visit Elections Alberta - Register to Vote
Changes in provincial legislation require municipalities to now develop a “Register of Electors”.
You must be on the Register in order to vote. The easiest way to ensure you are on the Voter Register is to check now if you are on the list and if not, add yourself before election day. Register to vote here: https://www.elections.ab.ca/voters/register-to-vote/
You can register any time before September 15, 2025.
You will be able to register on voting day, but you will be required to fill out a form, provide photo ID and proof of residence (eg: utility bill).
Voter Identification Requirement
A resident can vote if their name is on the Permanent Electors Register and they produce one piece of identification issued by a Canadian government, whether federal, provincial, or local, or an agency of that government, that contains a photograph of the person.
Or, a resident can vote if they fill out the prescribed Form 13 and produce one piece of identification issued by a Canadian government, whether federal, provincial, or local, or an agency of that government, that contains a photograph of the person.
Voters may also fill out the prescribed Form 13 and present one piece of identification authorized by the Chief Electoral Officer that establishes the person’s name and current address.
Voter Identification Requirements
All voters must sign the voting register stating that they meet these qualifications before they will be given a ballot.